drier
Definition of drier
(Entry 1 of 2)
comparative of dry
drier
noun
variants:
or dryer
Definition of drier (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: something that extracts or absorbs moisture
2
: a substance that accelerates drying (as of oils, paints, and printing inks)
3
usually dryer
: a device for drying
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The first known use of drier was in 1528
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